Family Support Worker Early Help Service Hyndburn & Ribble Valley
Posted 3 hours 23 minutes ago by Lancashire County Council
Salary £28,142 - £32,061, Per annum Full Time
Family Support Worker Early Help Service - Education and Children's ServicesLocation: Hyndburn & Ribble Valley
Salary: £28,142 - £32,061
Grade: 6
About UsLancashire County Council is committed to making Lancashire the best place to live, work, visit, and prosper. Our Early Help Service provides vital support to children, young people, and families, helping them to stay safe, healthy, and achieve their full potential. We deliver services that make a real difference in local communities, and we're looking for passionate individuals to join us.
About YouFamily-Focused - You'll work directly with children, young people, and families to understand their needs and create tailored plans that improve outcomes.
Collaborative - You'll work closely with schools, partner agencies, and other professionals to deliver joined-up support.
Empathetic & Resilient - You'll bring sensitivity, creativity, and determination to help families overcome challenges and thrive.
What You'll Do- Hold a caseload of families and deliver personalised, evidence-based interventions.
- Undertake early help assessments and co-produce action plans with families.
- Work as part of a Team Around the Family to provide seamless support.
- Maintain accurate records and apply analysis to justify decisions.
- Build strong relationships with families and professionals to ensure positive outcomes.
- Work flexibly, including occasional evenings and weekends, to meet family needs.
- Level 3 qualification or substantial experience in a relevant field.
- Experience of working directly with children, young people, and families.
- Strong assessment, planning, and critical reflection skills.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and health and safety.
Inclusivity - We welcome applications from all backgrounds and celebrate diversity.
Benefits - Generous local government pension, flexible working, up to 32 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and access to discounts through our benefits platform.
Development - We'll support you with training, qualifications, and opportunities to grow your career.
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